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Public Administration Courses

Public administration courses can help you learn policy analysis, public finance management, organizational behavior, and program evaluation. You can build skills in effective communication with stakeholders, strategic planning, and ethical decision-making in governance. Many courses introduce tools such as data visualization software, budgeting applications, and performance measurement frameworks that support the implementation of public policies and enhance service delivery.


Popular Public Administration Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Metasploit, Public Key Infrastructure, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Cyber Operations, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Operating Systems, Encryption

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Introduction to Privacy - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Information Privacy, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Compliance Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Program Development, Data Sharing, Accountability

    4.7
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    23 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Program Management: Prepare for PMI-PgMP Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Benefits Administration, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Network Troubleshooting, Containerization, CI/CD, Application Deployment, YAML, Scalability, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Administration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Monitoring

    3.2
    Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Linux+ XK0-005

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, Shell Script, User Accounts, System Configuration, Network Administration, File Management, Identity and Access Management, General Networking, Firewall, Command-Line Interface, Security Controls

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Hotel Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Digital Media Strategy, Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Strategy, Hospitality, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Return On Investment, Instagram, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Engagement, User Feedback

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Exploring Your Ecommerce Dataset with SQL in Google BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, SQL, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Big Data, Metadata Management, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Data Analysis, Google Analytics

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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Fundamentals of Benefit Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Compensation Management, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Calendar Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Benchmarking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Administrative Support, Employee Retention, Employee Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Remote Access Systems, Disaster Recovery, OSI Models, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Data Centers, Virtualization, Authentications

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    INSEAD

    Introdução às Tecnologias Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Financial Inclusion, Emerging Technologies, Public Key Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Network Security, Digital Assets, Scalability, Information Privacy, Innovation, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Sustainable Construction in a Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Design, Construction, Materials Management, Procurement, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Engineering, Systems Thinking, Waste Minimization, Health And Safety Standards, Innovation

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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Career Self-Management Advanced Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Peer Review, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Personal Development, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Brand Management, Digital Assets, Goal Setting, Branding, LinkedIn, Marketing Strategies, Investigation, Business Research

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular public administration courses

  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Privacy - Part 1: Infosec
  • Program Management: Prepare for PMI-PgMP Certification Exam: SkillUp
  • Exam Prep CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator: Whizlabs
  • Linux+ XK0-005: Infosec
  • Hotel Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy: Starweaver
  • Exploring Your Ecommerce Dataset with SQL in Google BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Fundamentals of Benefit Strategies: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-008): Packt
  • Introdução às Tecnologias Blockchain: INSEAD

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